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Il profeta del gol

Il profeta del gol

Representation Score

1.0/10

Minimal

1976

Director

Sandro Ciotti

Runtime

110 minutes

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This documentary serves as a historical record of Johan Cruyff and the 'Total Football' era. It prioritizes documenting tactical innovation and athletic mastery over social commentary. The film adheres to the standard social and gender norms of 1970s European sports culture. It functions as a celebratory piece of sports journalism rather than a vehicle for identity-based critique. Consequently, the work lacks progressive narrative disruption. It remains a period-specific look at professional men's soccer, reflecting the era's specific demographic and cultural norms.

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Category Breakdown

Does Il profeta del gol have LGBTQ+ representation?

Minimal

The documentary focuses solely on professional soccer and its tactical achievements. It does not include any characters or stories related to LGBTQ+ identities.

How does Il profeta del gol portray gender?

Limited

The film centers on traditional masculine roles such as physical strength and leadership. It reinforces the gender norms of 1970s sports by focusing on male athletes and coaches.

How racially and ethnically diverse is Il profeta del gol?

Limited

The narrative reflects the racial makeup of 1970s European football. It lacks intentional efforts to highlight diverse racial backgrounds or give ability to act to characters based on their race.

How does Il profeta del gol represent religion and culture?

Limited

The film operates within a Western perspective emphasizing national pride and athletic achievement. It upholds the traditional prestige of European sporting institutions and meritocratic ideals.

Does Il profeta del gol include disability representation?

Minimal

The subject matter emphasizes peak physical performance and elite athleticism. There is no inclusion of individuals with physical disabilities or neurodivergent conditions.

Present on Screen

  • Provides a focused historical documentation of the 'Total Football' era and Johan Cruyff's career.
  • Offers a clear look at the tactical evolution of professional soccer during the 1970s.

Limited or Absent

  • Lacks representation of women or non-binary individuals within the sporting narrative.
  • Does not explore diverse racial or perspectives that reflect multiple aspects of identity beyond the era's standard demographics.
  • Provides no visibility for individuals with disabilities or neurodivergent experiences.

Official Synopsis

The documentary narrates the successes of the Dutch champion Johan Cruyff (three times winner of the Ballon d'Or), which in the seventies was a symbol of the great Dutch national soccer team, and representative of the so-called total soccer, expressed during the two World Finals in Monaco 1974 and Argentina 1978

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